Horsham people urged to ‘keep the Christmas spirit alive’ - by donating unwanted gifts

By Sarah Page
Published 30th Dec 2021, 10:53 BST
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A charity shop in Billingshurst is urging people to keep the Christmas spirit alive ... by donating unwanted presents.

The Age UK charity says donated unwanted gifts will help to raise funds to run its vital services.

A spokesperson said: “Winter can be one of the toughest and most challenging times of year for older people, with many routine services scaled back over the holiday period and the colder weather making it harder to get out and about.

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“At what can be a difficult time, Age UK’s support services, including the charity’s free and confidential Advice Line and Telephone Friendship services, as well as the Age UK network of local charities, become invaluable lifelines for the most vulnerable older people.

Age UK in Billingshurst is asking people to donate unwanted Christmas giftsAge UK in Billingshurst is asking people to donate unwanted Christmas gifts
Age UK in Billingshurst is asking people to donate unwanted Christmas gifts

“As well as raising funds so that Age UK can continue its vital work, by recycling gifts people will also be helping to reduce waste.”

Billingshsurst Age UK shop manager Molly Hedger said; “It can be difficult to know what to do with gifts that will never be used, or that you don’t want.